Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) Thoracic Multiple Locations

Charleston, SC - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 4 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Thank you for considering a career at Roper St. Francis Healthcare!

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

Work Shift:

Days (United States of America)

Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - Multiple Locations

Work Shift:Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm

Work Locations (Typical Week):

Monday/Friday - Roper MOB (Downtown Charleston)
Tuesday/Wednesday - Berkeley MOB (Summerville)
Thursday - West Ashley Cancer Center

Preferred Experience: 2 years CMA experience

Job Summary:

The Certified Medical Assistant is a key component of our team that works closely with the primary care physician to deliver excellent patient care to our community ensuring services are provided within the Medical Assisting scope and state guidelines. The Certified Medical Assistant is responsible for reviewing and updating health records measuring vital signs and preparing treatment rooms for upcoming examinations.

Essential Functions:

Provides excellent customer service skills by greeting patients and the community in a respectful manner
Prepares & reviews patient charts for upcoming visits by verifying that all diagnostic test results hospital reports and other medical records are correct and up to date
Measures vital signs such as pulse rate respiration blood pressure weight and height
Performs departmental-related clerical duties such as checking inventory stock supplies track referrals and answer phones as needed
Must possess the ability to troubleshoot and resolve problems promptly
Other duties as assigned

Education:

High School Degree or GED

Licensing/Certification

Active Medical Assisting certification from one of the following (required):

Certified Medical Assistant (CMA); American Association of Medical Assisting (AAMA)
Registered Medical Assistant (RMA); American Medical Technologists (AMT)
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA); National Healthcareer Association (NHA)
National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA); National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT)

BLS Basic Life Support American Heart Association (required at hire for Roper St Francis Healthcare locations; preferred at hire required prior to independent patient care at BSMH)

Education

High School/GED (required)

In South Carolina (completion of one of the below is required)

An accredited Medical assistant post-secondary education program
A Career and technical education health sciences program approved by the South Carolina Department of Education
A medical assisting program provided by a branch of the United States military
A Medical assisting United States Department of Labor approved Registered Apprenticeship program
A Training program that is delivered in whole or in part by a health care employer that aligns to a nationally accredited certification exam

Experience:

One year of medical assistant healthcare experience (preferred not required)
Two years of clerical experience in a physicians office (preferred not required)

Skills & Abilities:

Possesses problem-solving skills basic computer skills with excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Engage with staff and patients in a professional manner

Roper St. Francis Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer.

As a Roper St. Francis Healthcare teammate youre part of a Misson that matters. We support your well-being personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs every step of the way.

What we offer

Competitive pay incentives referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
Medical dental vision prescription coverage HAS/FSA options life insurance mental health resources and discounts
Paid time off parental and FMLA leave and short- and long-term disability
Tuition assistance professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

Department:

RSFPP Thoracic - RSFPP - Specialty Care

It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws as well as the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a) 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color national origin religion sex sexual orientation gender identity age genetic information or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at .

Thank you for considering a career at Roper St. Francis Healthcare!Scheduled Weekly Hours:40Work Shift:Days (United States of America)Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - Multiple LocationsWork Shift:Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:30pmWork Locations (Typical Week):Monday/Friday - Roper MOB (Downtown Char...